🎬 Cyberpunk: Edgerunners — Lucy Guide & Game Connections
Complete guide to Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime: all characters (David, Lucy, Maine, Rebecca), Lucy's full profile, all in-game Easter eggs and tributes, episode guide, and connections to Cyberpunk 2077.
Published September 1, 2026 · Last updated September 2, 2026
Quick Answer: Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Overview
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners is a 10-episode original anime series produced by Studio Trigger in collaboration with CD Projekt RED. Premiered on Netflix on September 13, 2022. Set in the Cyberpunk universe created by Mike Pondsmith, the timeline is primarily 2075–2076, roughly one year before the events of Cyberpunk 2077. The story follows David Martinez, a street kid who becomes involved with a crew of edgerunners (cybernetically enhanced mercenary outlaws) and begins installing increasingly powerful cyberware, particularly a Sandevistan. A sequel series, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, has been announced for 2026.
| Character | Role | Description |
|---|---|---|
| David Martinez | Protagonist | Street kid with unusually high cyberware tolerance. Becomes a legendary edgerunner. |
| Lucyna "Lucy" Kushinada | Deuteragonist | Skilled netrunner, David's romantic partner. Dreams of escaping to the Moon. |
| Maine | Crew Leader | Leader of the edgerunner crew. Mentor figure to David. |
| Dorio | Combatant | Maine's partner and strong combatant. |
| Rebecca | Edgerunner | Energetic, trigger-happy young edgerunner. Extremely popular with fans. |
| Pilar | Tech Specialist | Rebecca's brother, tech specialist with a crude personality. |
| Falco | Driver | Reliable driver / getaway specialist. |
| Kiwi | Netrunner | Experienced netrunner in the crew. |
| Gloria Martinez | David's Mother | Single mother working multiple jobs. |
| Adam Smasher | Antagonist | Legendary full-borg enforcer (appears late in series). |
Lucy (Lucyna Kushinada): Complete Character Profile
Lucy is the deuteragonist of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners and one of the most iconic characters from the series. A young woman of mixed Japanese and Polish descent, she is highly skilled with both netrunning and monowire combat. Her distinctive white/pastel rainbow-dyed bob haircut and multicolored eyes make her instantly recognizable. She is introverted, reserved and mysterious — keeping her past closely guarded while viewing Night City as a prison and dreaming of escaping to the Moon.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Lucyna Kushinada |
| Heritage | Japanese father (4th Corporate War veteran) + Polish mother (netrunner) |
| Role | Deuteragonist, skilled netrunner, monowire combatant |
| Personality | Introverted, reserved, mysterious, values personal freedom above all |
| Appearance | White/pastel rainbow-dyed bob, multicolored eyes |
| Dream | Escape Night City, go to the Moon (recurring motif) |
| Background | Involved in early Arasaka-related netrunning programs before escaping |
| Relationship | Develops from wary partnership into genuine romantic bond with David |
| Combat Style | Advanced hacks + monowire for close-range defense |
| Legacy | One of the most emotionally impactful characters in the Cyberpunk franchise |
Connections to Cyberpunk 2077 (In-Game Easter Eggs)
After the anime's release, Cyberpunk 2077 received multiple updates adding Easter eggs and tributes to Edgerunners characters and events. These connections enrich both the anime and the game.
| In-Game Tribute | Location / How to Find | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Columbarium Memorials | Columbarium (Night City) | Memorial plaques for David, Gloria, Rebecca, Maine, Dorio and Pilar |
| David's Jacket | Cosmetic item / reward | Wearable jacket based on David's iconic yellow jacket |
| Sandevistan References | Skill tree, dialogue | Direct references to the Sandevistan cyberware featured prominently |
| "I Really Want to Stay at Your House" | Music (radio, clubs) | The anime's signature song appears in-game |
| Character Cameos | Various locations | References to Rogue, Afterlife, and other shared characters |
| Location References | Night City districts | Locations from the anime appear in the game world |
| Phantom Liberty Connections | Dogtown / PL content | Additional Edgerunners-related NPCs and references |
| Cosmetic Items | Wardrobe | Multiple wearable items based on anime characters |
Episode Guide (Season 1)
All 10 episodes of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners were released simultaneously on Netflix on September 13, 2022. The series is critically acclaimed for its animation (Studio Trigger), soundtrack, character writing and emotional impact.
| Episode | Title | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Let You Down | David's life changes after a personal tragedy. He encounters Lucy. |
| 2 | Like A Boy | David begins his transformation with his first cyberware implant. |
| 3 | Smooth Criminal | David joins Maine's crew and enters the edgerunner life. |
| 4 | Lucky You | The crew takes on increasingly dangerous jobs. |
| 5 | All Eyez On Me | David's reputation grows. Consequences of the edgerunner life. |
| 6 | Girl on Fire | David and Lucy's relationship deepens. Danger escalates. |
| 7 | Stronger | The crew faces devastating losses. David pushes further. |
| 8 | Stay | Emotional climax. David's cyberware dependence becomes critical. |
| 9 | Humanity | The cost of cybernetic enhancement reaches its peak. |
| 10 | My Moon My Man | Series finale. The culmination of David and Lucy's story. |
Reception, Legacy & Sequel
Cyberpunk: Edgerunners stands as one of the strongest media adaptations in the Cyberpunk franchise. Through the story of David and Lucy, it delivers a concentrated, emotionally intense experience of Night City's promise and its brutal cost.
- Critically and popularly acclaimed for animation quality (Studio Trigger), soundtrack, character writing and emotional impact.
- Lucy and Rebecca became major fan favorites — among the most popular characters in the entire Cyberpunk franchise.
- The series significantly boosted Cyberpunk 2077 player engagement and interest after its release.
- Multiple game updates added in-game tributes, Easter eggs and cosmetic items referencing the anime.
- The Sandevistan cyberware (David's signature ability) became one of the most popular build choices in the game.
- A sequel series, Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2, has been announced for 2026.
- The anime and game enrich each other — the shared universe allows fans to experience Night City from multiple perspectives.
- The song "I Really Want to Stay at Your House" by Rosa Walton became iconic through the series and is now permanently featured in the game.